2008 BMW 645 vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 645 | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 645 | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |